During this inspiring conversation, host Geoffrey Rubin, MD, MBA, FACR, traces Woojin’s evolution from MSK radiologist and imaging informatics fellow to serial entrepreneur, co‑founding companies including Montage Healthcare Solutions (acquired by Nuance), Equium Intelligence (acquired by Rad AI.) Woojin discusses the origins of his informatics mindset - the Amtrak train rides where he taught himself to code, the team culture that fueled multiple successful exits, and what he learned about scaling technology, leading through acquisition, and deploying AI across diverse health systems worldwide.

The conversation dives into the current frontier of radiology AI from foundation models, automated reporting, and agentic AI systems to the critical role of governance. Woojin explains why cognitive‑load reduction, not speed alone, will define the next generation of tools, how practices can prepare for rapid technological shifts and why radiologists must remain stewards of clinical judgment as AI becomes increasingly capable.

Through a blend of personal perspective and deep technical insight, Woojin offers a compelling roadmap for radiologists, leaders, and trainees navigating a future shaped by continuous learning and transformative technology.

Production support for this third annual William G. Bradley Memorial episode of the RLI “Taking the Lead” podcast has been provided by the California Radiological Society Foundation. The CRS Foundation was established to honor the legacy of Dr. Bradley, a pioneer in radiology practice, research, and leadership, and is committed to advancing the future of radiology in California. Tax‑deductible contributions to the Foundation can be made at www.calrad.org/crs-foundation.

In this episode, she sits down with host Geoffrey Rubin, MD, MBA, FACR, for a warm and deeply personal conversation tracing her journey from the influence of a WWII veteran father who taught her the value of duty and compassion, to the mentors who guided her toward abdominal imaging, to the unexpected leadership opportunities that emerged during her military service at Andrews Air Force Base.

Dr. Fulcher reflects on becoming a department chair earlier than she ever imagined, the lessons she carried from the Air Force into academic medicine, and the evolving challenges facing radiology’s leaders today.

She shares candid insights about building a cohesive culture across expanding clinical sites, sustaining research and education amid workforce pressures, and the responsibility leaders hold to champion quality and care in an increasingly productivity‑driven environment.

Beyond radiology, Dr. Fulcher discusses the life‑changing role photography has played in her well‑being - awakening creativity, restoring balance, and even uplifting colleagues and patients during challenging times. Her reflections on mentorship, purpose, and “what you do with your dash” offer a moving reminder of the impact a single career can have.

Engaging, humble, and full of heart, this conversation explores what it means to lead with clarity, compassion, and authenticity while never losing sight of the joy in the work itself.

Production support for this episode of this RLI “Taking the Lead” podcast has been provided by the Virginia Radiological Society, a statewide professional organization dedicated to improving the health of patients and society by making imaging safe, effective and accessible to those who need it. Visit www.varadsoc.org for more information.

Behind the Mic:

Dr. Fulcher is an avid traveler and passionate photographer, often combining both hobbies on adventurous trips that involve hiking and early mornings. She has explored nearly 50 countries, with favorite destinations including Chilean Patagonia for photographing pumas, Easter Island, Cuba, Tanzania, Norway’s Lofoten Islands, Svalbard, Brazil’s Pantanal, and India. Initially planning a career in Internal Medicine with a subspecialty in Allergy, she discovered her love for diagnostic problem-solving in radiology during medical school. Her favorite cuisine is ribs, and on a rainy day, she enjoys processing photographs.

In this episode, he sits down with host Geoffrey Rubin, MD, MBA, FACR to trace his remarkable journey across emergency medicine, Silicon Valley entrepreneurship, and national health IT policy.

Along the way, he built one of the first web-based electronic health records, helped shape interoperability standards that enable modern data exchange, and pioneered federated analytics (empowering global health systems to collaborate on AI development while keeping patient data local and protected ) and digital care models now being adopted around the globe. Dr. Halamka reflects on the mentors, risks, and resilience that propelled his career, and shares how adaptability, curiosity, and a simple mantra – “All will be well” - continue to guide his leadership philosophy in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.

Behind the Mic:

Dr. John Halamka is an alpinist (a mountain climber who specializes in difficult and challenging ascents, often involving mixed terrain), rock and ice climber. He and his wife also share a deep love for animals and run Unity Farm Sanctuary (unityfarmsanctuary.org) which provides lifetime care for farm animals in need. Located in Sherborn, Massachusetts, Unity Farm Sanctuary is currently home to 400 large animals including gentle giant Dudley the Scottish Highland Bull, affectionate Marky Goat, shy Gypsy Minihorse, and social butterflies Turnip Turkey and Blackbeard Rooster.

From her upbringing in a small town in Wisconsin to leading one of the nation’s most innovative radiology departments, Dr. Chung reflects on the early encouragement from her grandmother that set her on the path to medicine. With warmth and clarity, she shares the pivotal role of mentors such as Donald Resnick, MD, FACR, and Bill Bradley Jr., MD, PhD, FACR, and her philosophy of intentional, personalized mentorship.

In this wide-ranging discussion, Dr. Chung offers candid insights on the challenges of building a research career, the importance of creating space for creativity and inclusion in academic environments, and the value of professional networks. She also speaks to the impact of career planning and the ongoing process of reinvention throughout her career.

Along the way, she offers powerful advice for radiologists at every career stage: find your passion, build your community, and embrace opportunities to grow - both professionally and personally. No matter where you are in your career, this episode offers a thoughtful exploration of resilience, reinvention, and the enduring value of community in academic medicine.

Behind the Mic!

Dr. Christine Chung married in 2023 and has two fantastic girls from her first marriage and two fur babies (dogs). Her daughters are 20 and 16 years old and her fur babies are 2.5 years and 11 months old!

Dr. Chung loves traveling with her family. Together, they’ve been to six continents. Throughout all her travels, her top three favorites are: the safari which was amazing to be the ‘visitor’ for the animals in their own habitat; Israel with the amazing religious history; and Athens seeing the acropolis/sophistication of ancient civilization.

In college, Dr. Chung ended up with a French major due to all of the French classes she took as a fun departure from science throughout her undergrad career.

A highly accomplished radiology researcher and leader, Dr. Schnall served for 12 years as Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Radiology at the University of Pennsylvania, followed by another 12 years as Chair. His national leadership includes serving as Chair of ACRIN and the ACR Commission on Research, as well as President of the Academy for Radiology and Biomedical Imaging Research. His research contributions have earned him election to the American Society for Clinical Investigation, the Association of American Physicians, and the National Academy of Medicine.

In this episode, Dr. Schnall reflects on his journey—from a curious kid with a ham radio license and an Ivy League gymnast to a nationally recognized leader in academic radiology. He shares how his background in physics and engineering shaped his hands-on approach to problem-solving, innovation, and leadership—including his early work developing MRI coils and his unexpected path into breast imaging research.

Dr. Schnall also discusses lessons from his time leading Penn Radiology, his philosophy on team building and faculty development, and why embracing discomfort, trusting others, and taking smart risks are essential traits for effective leadership.

With humility, clarity, and a touch of humor, Dr. Schnall offers valuable insights into the realities of leading in academic medicine, the importance of intellectual generosity, and the power of staying curious throughout one’s career. Don’t miss this thoughtful conversation with a leader who continues to shape the future of radiology—while never losing sight of the joy in figuring things out.

Behind the Mic! Dr. Schnall and his wife have been married for 37 years. Together, they have a 32-year-old daughter, a 29-year-old son, and an 11-month-old granddaughter! When he’s not working, Dr. Schnall loves to take things apart and put them back together. He is a serious “DIYer”, having renovated his own kitchen and multiple bathrooms at his home. He also enjoys riding his bicycle and eating spicey hot peppers!

In this episode, Dr. Scanlon opens up about managing dyslexia, overcoming challenges as one of the few women in her residency class, pioneering MRI interpretation at Albert Einstein Medical Center, and her eventual transition to leadership roles at the VA and Penn.

A candid and compelling storyteller, she shares how she supports residents through life’s most difficult moments, how she's preparing the next generation for the era of AI, and how even something as simple as asking about dentist appointments has become part of her whole-person approach to residency leadership

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with a leader who’s as fiercely committed to patient care and education as she is to authenticity and resilience.

Behind the mic: When choosing her career path, Dr. Scanlon was considering either a chief or doctor, and she chose doctor because she thought the hours would be better. She’s not sure that panned out well!

Outside of work, Dr. Scanlon loves Este a Greek restaurant, which serves her favorite grill fish and langoustines. She has a fabulous disabled dog, Auggie the Doggie, who has congenital cerebellar ataxia. He doesn’t walk, he rolls from place to place and needs to be carried! She loves his great spirit—he falls down and gets right back up!

Dr. Scanlon loves to boat on the Chesapeake or Penns Landing when the weather is nice. On rainy days, she likes to make a fire and binge watch Oscar movies. Still to do on her bucket list is to sail around the Greek Islands.

After graduating from Washington University Medical School in St Louis, he completed an internal medicine residency at Barnes Hospital (Wash U). As a medicine resident in the 1980s he saw the impact of emerging imaging technology on diagnosis and patient care and decided to switch specialties and completed a Diagnostic Radiology residency and Neuroradiology fellowship at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.

Dr. Mittl joined Charlotte Radiology (CR) in Charlotte, NC in 1993, serving as Chair of Charlotte Radiology’s Physician Operations Committee for 13 years and then President of the group for 10 years. In 2018 he led Charlotte Radiology in founding US Radiology Specialists with Welsh Carson. During his impressive career, Dr. Mittl has played a pivotal role in practice transformation, operational efficiency, and leadership development in private practice radiology and shares his journey from early career uncertainty to leading a large, subspecialized radiology group through technological advancements, organizational growth, and finding the balance between clinical excellence and non-clinical contributions. 

From implementing PACS and optimizing workflow to navigating private equity partnerships and practice consolidation, his insights offer valuable lessons for radiologists at all career stages.

Dr. Matsumoto’s inspiring journey begins with a personal history rooted in resilience—his parents’ families spent time in internment camps during World War II, a fact he only learned about much later in life. Born in Salt Lake City, he moved with his family to Stockton, California, at the age of 5 ½, where dreamed of becoming a professional baseball player. A self-proclaimed rabble-rouser, he credits his high school years for teaching him the value of building relationships with diverse groups of people (hint, this involves ice cream!), a skill that he has been carried forward into his academic and professional career

After attending medical school at the Bowman Gray School of Medicine at Wake Forest University, he completed an Internal Medicine residency at the University of Massachusetts before transitioning to radiology, completing his Diagnostic Radiology residency at the University of North Carolina. Following Fellowship training in Vascular and Interventional Radiology at Georgetown University, Dr. Matsumoto and his wife, also a radiologist, spent two years in private practice in Florida before settling in Charlottesville at the University of Virginia in 1991 – and he has never looked back.

Throughout his leadership journey at UVA, Dr. Matsumoto has emphasized the importance of emotional intelligence, change management, and servant leadership and reflects that his most rewarding moments as a leader come from bringing people together to accomplish shared goals. His story is a testament to the power of perseverance, collaboration, and leadership grounded in humility and a desire for clinical excellence.

Don’t miss this special episode of Taking the Lead.

As the co-founder of the Stanford Center for AI in Medicine and Imaging, Dr. Lungren played a key role in establishing the center as a prime driver of innovation in the development and assessment of artificial intelligence and medical imaging in healthcare.

Dr. Lungren grew up in Arizona, obtained his undergraduate degree in English and Biology from Arizona State University, and went on to earn his MPH from the University of North Carolina and his medical degree from the University of Michigan. He completed fellowships at both Cincinnati’s Children’s Hospital and Duke University.

His defining moment came when he volunteered in Albania during a humanitarian crisis, which motivated him to pursue a career in medicine and become involved in global health initiatives and research, ultimately specializing in radiology.

A talented and passionate educator, he has catalyzed the education of countless physicians, scientists, and laypeople, including being the top-rated instructor in the wildly successful Coursera course, Fundamentals in AI in Healthcare, completed by 25,000 students to date.

Don’t miss this special episode to learn more about Dr. Lungren’s unique career journey and his definition of a perfect Saturday afternoon—hint: it would include the latest issue of Harper’s Magazine, an Xbox, and a trip to the pool.

Production support for this first annual William G. Bradley Memorial episode of this RLI “Taking the Lead” podcast has been provided by the California Radiological Society Foundation, committed to advancing the future of radiology in California.  Tax deductible contributions to the Foundation can be made at  

A radiologist and researcher, Dr. Lee recently served as President and Founder of Verily Health Platforms,  where she helped build multiple successful start-ups, CEO of the University of Utah's Health System and Dean of the School of Medicine,  as well as Chief Scientific Officer, and Senior Vice President of the New York University Langone Medical Center.

Dr. Lee grew up in Norman, Oklahoma, the home of the University of Oklahoma, which ended up shaping the course of her career.  A magna cum laude graduate of Harvard, Dr. Lee received a D.Phil in medical engineering from Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, earned her MD with honors from Harvard, and her MBA from NYU.

She was named one of the 100 Most Influential People by Modern Healthcare in 2022 for the third consecutive year and is the author of the widely acclaimed book, the Long Fix: Solving America’s Health Care Crisis with Strategies that Work for Everyone. 

A Past President of the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine, Rhodes Scholar and member of the National Academy of Medicine, Dr. Lee is a health care executive dedicated to improving health and tackling climate change.

You won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation with a truly transformational leader.

In this second episode, host Geoffrey Rubin, MD, MBA, FACR, talks with four radiologists all within the first 10 years following completion of their training.  They share their most rewarding, frustrating and surprising moments and detail a ‘typical’ day in practice in 2023. 

In this first episode, host Geoffrey Rubin, MD, MBA, FACR, discusses the evolution of the field of radiology with five experienced radiology leaders, representing radiologists who began their careers in the 1970s or 1980s.  The field of radiology, or at least the use of electromagnetic radiation-based imaging, was already in its eighth decade at this point. And approximately half of the ACR’s history to date had been written.

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These are just some of the nuggets of advice shared by this month’s RLI podcast guest, Richard Duszak, Jr., MD, FACR. During this conversation, he shares his experiences growing up outside of Philadelphia, how his early interest in the intersection between the role of the physician and the broader political and economic ecosystem drew him to medicine and guided his career as well as some interesting consultantships he has been involved in.

You will learn what led Dr. Omary to Vanderbilt after 12 years at Northwestern and how he has approached his role as Chair of the Board for the Vanderbilt Medical Group, and co-lead of the Medical Center’s strategic planning efforts. As president elect of the Association of University Radiologists (AUR), he shares his vision for the 2022 Annual Meeting’s theme of sustainability, climate change and radiology and his belief that we all have the opportunity to make a difference with the choices we make. 

Dr. Omary is passionate about viewing challenges through a variety of lenses and soliciting input from both inside and outside of radiology and in 2018 launched a podcast called Innovation Activists that addresses some of health care’s biggest challenges. 

In this episode he recounts how at the age of seven, a Cracker Jacks prize ignited his passion to understand the world through science, how “being fluent in the language of connecting with others” from a young age has guided his approach to leadership and the important role that mentorship has played in his career (listen in to learn what he gives all of his mentees!)

Finally, he shares why acting and improv have been as important to his development and personal fulfillment as anything he’s ever done.  Don’t miss this special episode with Dr. Reed Omary who is a passionate proponent of healthcare, innovation, and fostering the next generation of radiologists and healthcare leaders through inspirational and supportive leadership.

He recalls the transformative nature of these educational experiences in light of the civil rights movement, student activism around the Vietnam War and conversations that are still being held today around social equity and healthcare inequality.

The importance of representative leadership is the foundation of Dr. Lightfoote’s leadership philosophy and has guided his many leadership roles in both organized medicine and his practice.

During his conversation with Taking the Lead guest host, Geraldine McGinty, MD, MBA, FACR, Dr. Lightfoote shares some experiences from his time in the National Health Service Corps in Tuskegee, what led him to radiology and makes him most hopeful about the specialty, and even the story around how the “e” was added to his last name.

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Stephen Swensen, MD, who for three decades served patients at the Mayo Clinic in a variety of roles including Director for Leadership and Organization Development, Chief Quality Officer, and Department Chair. During his tenure he led numerous significant efforts such as the Professional Burnout Initiative, the Quality Academy and the Value Creation System to improve the welfare of both patients and professionals. In addition to his roles at the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Swensen was Principal Investigator of two National Institutes of Health grants, has authored three books and currently serves as Senior Fellow of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, where his focus is joy in work. In this episode, Dr. Swensen shares how early family relationships and experiences shaped him and his approach to leadership development and the five behaviors that when practiced by a leader, drastically reduces team burnout rates. If you are looking for practical, actionable ways to improve the culture, satisfaction and camaraderie of your team, be sure to listen to this very special episode

In this episode, Hedvig Hricak, MD, PhD, FACR, Chair of the Department of Radiology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and past president of RSNA shares her inspirational leadership story as well as what motivated her to create the Women in Focus initiative as part of the 2019 European Congress of Radiology (ECR). In her very special conversation with Geraldine McGinty, MD, MBA, FACR, Dr. Hricak discusses her journey to becoming the chair (including some bumps along the way), the importance of mentoring and being mentored, why she never wastes a crisis and her advice to medical students looking to get ahead in their careers.

Join us for an insightful conversation with Jonathan S. Lewin, MD, FACR, Executive Vice President for Health Affairs, Emory University; Executive Director, Woodruff Health Sciences Center and President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board for Emory Healthcare. During this podcast, Dr. Lewin shares how his early work experiences and mentors have influenced his approach to leadership, the critical role culture plays in an organization and why radiologists are well suited to health system leadership.

Brent Wagner, MD, President of West Reading Radiology, Alexander M. Norbash, MD, MHCM, FACR, Professor and Chair of Radiology, University of California San Diego and Mark Carr, adjunct professor at Babson College discuss what exactly we mean when we talk about radiology's customers. 

This episode really helps radiologists hone in on the many stakeholders radiologists serve, how to listen to these groups and glean insights by listening to their stories, and how to use these insights to create greater value.    

In this episode, we talk with Jim Brink, MD, FACR, radiologist-in-chief at Massachusetts General Hospital and Chair, ACR Board of Chancellors and Paul Mulligan, Ph.D., associate professor in the Technology, Operations and Information Management Division at Babson College about the struggles of lean implementation in radiology, patient flow, and looking to adjacent industries for ideas and inspiration for improved productivity and greater value creation.  

In this all-new episode of the Leadership Insider, we talk with Matt Hawkins, MD, director of pediatric interventional radiology at Emory University School of Medicine and Scott Taylor, PhD, associate professor of organizational behavior at Babson College about various ways we can leverage our relationships with our teams and others to foster sustainable change. 

This episode was recorded at the 2017 RLI Leadership Summit where we discuss some of the incredible insights and takeaways from the Coaching for Sustainable Change session. Just a few key highlights in this episode:

• What are the learned negative traits of leaders, how to recognize them and ways to become a valued member of a high-functioning team
• What leadership actually means, especially in a flat organization like a radiology practice, where often times there is no clear, designated person in charge
• Why everyone can be a leader, regardless of position, title or experience
• A simple test you can perform to see how well you know your team and how the test will help you glean critical insights into how to build stronger working relationships
• And how remembering your best or biggest moments in medicine can help you and your team create a more positive environment to achieve greater results

Don't miss Dr. Balachandra's all new session at the 2017 Leadership Summit: Collective Intelligence of Teams. 

This in-depth discussion covers the various forms integrations can take, some compelling reasons you may want to integrate, the common yet surprisingly often overlooked pitfall that integrations run into, and some very sound, practical insights on what you can do to help ensure your integration is successful.